Some users decided that if the shape could not be identified easily, it might as well be reinvented.
They downloaded the image and began drawing over it, transforming the strange outline into imaginative holiday scenes. One person turned it into a cartoon elf sliding downhill. Another saw a snowman mid-stumble, arms flailing as it tripped over a sled.
Before long, the comment section resembled an art gallery filled with playful, lighthearted drawings. The original mystery faded slightly as creativity took center stage.
Serious Theories Join the Fun
Not everyone approached the puzzle with humor alone. Some users tried to solve it more methodically.
A few suggested the cutter might be part of a larger design that had been separated during manufacturing. Others wondered if it had been bent or damaged during shipping, distorting what was once a recognizable shape.
There were also those who speculated it might not be holiday-related at all. Perhaps it had been mixed into the Christmas set by accident, pulled from an entirely different collection.
Each theory was considered, discussed, and debated, but none fully explained the awkward outline.
One Explanation Gains Momentum
Among the many guesses, one idea began to stand out.
A user proposed that the shape represented a stack of wrapped Christmas presents, possibly tied together with a bow on top. When the idea was drawn out, it suddenly seemed plausible. The uneven edges could become stacked boxes leaning slightly, and one corner could suggest ribbon or decorative trim.
Others expanded on the idea, adding bows, patterns, and bright decorations in their sketches. The once-confusing metal outline began to look festive, even charming, in its new interpretations.
Still, not everyone was convinced.
Continue reading…
